2007 Mercedes-Benz CL vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (494 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2012 BMW X5. (304 HP @ 440 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL.
Because 2012 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (800 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW X5. (600 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | 2012 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | BMW |
| Model | CL | X5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5513 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 494 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 440 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 85 L |
